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B714 upgrade programme reaches important stage
Commuters and drivers are asked to be aware of a significant diversion which is scheduled to be put in place next month to allow the major B714 upgrade to progress.
Contractors Wills Bros have made significant progress with the first phase of this transformational £34.7 million programme to improve North Ayrshire’s road network.
To allow the essential engineering and alignment works to proceed safely, a temporary full closure of the B714 will be put in place from 27 July 2026. It is currently anticipated that this closure may last up to 14 months.
Drivers and commuters are advised to plan ahead and follow the clearly signed official diversion routes during this period.
The diversion route via the B780 West Kilbride Road to Munnoch Road has been carefully planned to minimise disruption, adding approximately 3.6 miles and around seven minutes to the standard journey time.
Quote: We understand that the road closure will cause inconvenience to commuters and local people, and we are sincerely sorry for the disruption this will bring to your daily journeys. However, closing the road is necessary to let the contractors carry out these extensive works safely and efficiently. The B714 is a vital link between the Three Towns and the Garnock Valley. This major upgrade will bring massive long-term benefits by improving road safety, cutting future journey times, and creating a much more reliable route. We greatly appreciate everyone's patience and cooperation as we work to build a safer, stronger connection for North Ayrshire.
Quote from: Councillor Eleanor Collier, Cabinet Member for Green Environment and Economy
The B714 links the trunk road network from the A78 Sharphill roundabout at the Three Towns bypass to the A737, south of Dalry.
The £34.7 million upgrade of the route is jointly funded by the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund and North Ayrshire Council. The first phase focuses on upgrading a 3.5km section between Girthill Farm and a new roundabout on Kilwinning Road, introducing a new 500m westbound overtaking lane, localized road realignments, and key environmental improvements.
Once complete, the upgraded route will strengthen strategic links with Glasgow and the wider central belt, driving local economic growth and improving access to jobs for communities across North Ayrshire.
The total cost for Phase 1 is £34.7 million, with £23.7 million secured through the UK Government's Levelling Up Fund and the remainder funded by North Ayrshire Council.
Construction is being delivered by Wills Bros and is expected to reach overall completion by winter 2027.
Published: 18 June 2026